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We Can’t Tell if Your PC has Enough Space [Windows 11 Fix]
Use these quick guide to solve low disk space issues
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Updated onFebruary 23, 2024
updated onFebruary 23, 2024
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When upgrading from Windows 10, you may often encounter the error,We can’t tell if your PC has enough space to continue installing Windows 11.
While this may seem like anot enough memoryissue, there could be other reasons as well why you may see the not enough space error. However, withWinDirStat, you can analyze disk space and find out any anomalies.
Why does my Windows 11 say, Can’t install due to low disk space?
Some of the reasons why Windows 11 keeps saying,Windows needs more space, orCan’t install due to low disk spaceare:
However, we do have a few workarounds that could help you to fix the error,We can’t tell if your PC has enough space to continue installing Windows 11.
How do I see what’s taking up space on Windows 11?
Once you complete the steps, you will know what files take up most of the space on your computer.
How do I fix we can’t tell if your PC has enough space issue?
Before you proceed with the primary solutions, make sure to try these to possibly fix the issue:
If none of the above methods help, it’s time you move on to try the troubleshooting procedures.
1. Run the Chkdsk command
Once done, closeCommand Prompt, restart your PC, and check if you caninstall Windows 11without the error message.
2. Re-download the iso again
Now, you should be able to complete the Windows 11 installation successfully. You can also refer to our detailed post onhow to download the Windows 11 ISO.
3. Delete the Windows.old folder
Once done, restart your PC and check if theWindows installation still failswith the low disk space error message.
4. Transfer Free Space to C Drive
You have now successfully extended the space to C drive. For more details, you can refer to our detailed guide onhow to extend the C drive in Windows 11 with ease.
Restart your PC and check if you still see the error,we can’t tell if your PC has enough space to continue installing Windows 11.
5. Increase C drive space
This way, you can increase space in C Drive with Unallocated space. Now, as you restart your PC, you should be able to install Windows 11 normally without any error messages.
6. Merge the partitions
Alternatively, you can also use one of thedisk management toolswe mentioned in the list of best to merge partitions quickly.
7. Perform a clean boot
Now, you should not encounter the error message,we can’t tell if your PC has enough space to continue installing Windows 11.
Alternatively, you can uninstall Ubuntu (if using) instead of deleting the partition. Or, you can swap Install.wim for Windows 21h2 ISO with Install.wim for Windows 11 22h2 ISO.
But, if all the above methods fail to work, you canclean install Windows 11 without the refresh tool, as mentioned in our detailed post.
If you face any other issues while installing Windows 11, you can leave a message in the comments box below.
More about the topics:disk drive,install Windows 11,memory issues
Madhuparna Roy
A diploma holder in computers and with a keen interest in technology, Madhuparna is passionate about writing How-to guides and helping people solve the most intricate Windows issues.
It all started with the evolution of mobile phones and Google, and that has now settled with Windows.
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